The origin of dreadlocks in both men's and women's hair dates back to Africa, more specifically the northeast region of the continent, in Ethiopia. At the time, natives of different tribes curled their hair to remove the volume, because it was very difficult to cut it long.
Already in India, where dreadlocks also have a long history, tribes that followed the entity Shiva used the natural oil of the scalp to twist and keep the hair in a cylindrical shape, in order to also reduce volume and size.
This fashion returned with the Jamaican rastafarian movement in the 30s, but became popular worldwide when the singer Bob Marley joined the style. Icon of several generations, the artist ended up being an inspiration for young people around the world.
The male dread is known worldwide and can also be called rasta, dreadlock or lock. Although they are confused with Rastafarians, they have little cultural connection.
Recently, the male dread has gained a lot of strength abroad and in Brazil, giving more personality to several guys. Some famous people helped with this strength and inspiration for the hairstyle, such as Lenny Kravitz, John Butler, Tom Kaulitz and the Spanish Edu Ribeiro, Falcão (from the band RAPPA), Tony Garrido (from Cidade Negra) and many actors and singers linked to the reggae.
Philosophy, music, art and nature are among the motivations of many people who bet on the look with dreadlocks. You have to be careful not to think that this style fits just a fad. #ficaadica.
How to do it?
Although many guys with straight hair decide to invest in men's dreadlocks, the natural look looks better on those who have it. curly hair – after all, it was created specifically for people with this trait. Many men, however, decide to leave their hair not straight by washing it with coconut soap.
In this case, they are made using natural hair dreads and, with the help of a comb and a needle, the professional divides the strands into small groups spread across the head, leaving them hardened. So he curls his hair very skillfully and uses a lighter and scissors to finish it off.
When you opt for synthetic wool dreads, you can bet on less conventional colors, generally used by women. The process is the same, but care needs to be greater to maintain its natural look.
The synthetic dread can stay in the hair for up to 3 months. After that, with natural growth, it can damage the strands. So it's ideal that you go to the salon at least once a month to keep them well cared for.
Putting on dreads takes a lot of work and patience. Some sessions usually last more than 8 hours, especially in straight and oily hair. Stay tuned!
Male dread styles
Fino
This version is the most traditional for both women and men, to leave the hair looking long, but with dreads. The material, as the name implies, is more till. The volume changes according to the style of the person.
Want a complete visual innovation? Choose synthetic dreads in assorted colors that go well with your style and make you look even cooler!
I enjoy
the male dread I enjoy it is not very voluminous and so big just with little curls which are smaller and can be more lifted when compared to the thin one.
Moican
The style Mohican It is quite popular nowadays. Many guys like this versatility in volume, keeping the sides of the hair shaved and the top prone to applying dreadlocks – almost always synthetic, as this type is preferred by men with straighter strands.
Care
It is essential to remember that a well-groomed male dread does not damage the hair. This time, however, is when people face the most difficulty, as lack of care can cause the locks to deform, shorten, fray and cause the roots to stick.
A wash it must be done frequently, at least once a week with neutral soap or anti-residue shampoo. The use of creams and conditioners should be avoided.
Already drying it is paramount for maintenance: natural dreads should be dried with a towel or in the sun; synthetics, on the other hand, need a dryer with cold air. And most importantly: NEVER SLEEP WITH WET DREADS!
Contrary to what many people think, male dread does not have/cause a bad smell. This factor only happens if the person does not wash and does not take the necessary care with this hairstyle.
To follow the washing step by step, watch the video below:
It saw? It is not so difficult and laborious to adhere to the fashion of the dread masculino. However, as with anything related to the body and appearance, interest and maintenance are essential to staying beautiful and stylish. Talk to people who have dreadlocks and get all your questions answered. You might be surprised! 😀
